Hypertension: Risk Factors and Treatments
Dr Carolyn Dean is a medical doctor and naturopath. She has authored and co-authored over 35 books
Hypertension: Risk Factors and Treatments The underlying cause of cases of hypertension is often unknown, but there are a variety of factors that can put people at a higher risk.
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R i s k Fac tors
T r e at me nt s
Ageing naturally increases blood
There are various medications that
pressure, so people over 60 are more
can be prescribed to help lower blood
at risk. Another key risk factor is obe-
pressure, such as beta blockers, diu-
sity or being overweight. Certain eth-
retics, central agonists and vasodila-
nic groups have a higher likelihood
tors. However, the first-line treatment
of developing hypertension. Younger
for most people will be advice to in-
men are more prone than younger
crease their level of regular physical
women, but this is reversed with age.
activity and reduce stress. Smokers
Some existing health conditions can
and heavy drinkers will also be ad-
lead to high blood pressure, as can
vised to quit, and a better diet plan
tobacco smoking or excessive alco-
may be recommended.
hol consumption. Poor diet, lack of exercise and low levels of potassium are also contributing factors.
Magnesium supplements have also been shown to help combat hypertension.
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